Data Governance

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a professional to ensure strategic data management, governance, and utilization, driving a data-oriented culture and alignment with corporate standards. Key Responsibilities: 1. Design and evolution of the corporate data architecture 2. Promotion of data culture and organizational training 3. Leadership in the implementation of data cataloging and data quality tools Job Mission Within the Business Solutions IT Management team, we aim to ensure strategic data management, governance, and utilization across the organization, fostering a data-driven culture and ensuring compliance with corporate standards, applicable regulations, and international best practices. Therefore, we are seeking a candidate to perform the following functions and responsibilities: Data Governance: Define and maintain the data governance model based on principles of accountability, transparency, responsibility, value, and adaptability. Establish policies and standards for data creation, access, usage, migration, and deletion, including classification by sensitivity levels (ITAR, confidential, personal). Oversee compliance with data security, privacy, and ethics policies. Coordinate management of changes to data structures, definitions, and standards, ensuring traceability and recording of modifications. Architecture and Technology: Design and evolve the corporate data architecture, applying models such as the Medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) in Microsoft Fabric. Lead the implementation and use of tools for data cataloging, quality, security, and centralized storage (Azure Purview, OneLake, Power BI, Collibra, Informatica, etc.). Evaluate emerging technologies and trends for continuous improvement of the platform. Data Management and Quality: Define standards for data modeling, transformation, and consumption, ensuring normalization and quality across all layers. Implement quality control, auditing, and continuous improvement processes, including KPI monitoring and issue remediation. Oversee evaluation metrics and corrective action plans, ensuring data completeness, accuracy, consistency, and timeliness. Stakeholder and Business Unit Engagement: Serve as the liaison between the Data Office and business units, IT, and senior management, managing demand and prioritizing deliverables. Coordinate data availability and accessibility for utilization by various departments, facilitating training and support for key users (Power Users). Manage operational and support requests via the ticketing system. Communication, Culture, and Training: Promote data culture across the organization through training, communication, and best practices. Coordinate initiatives to ensure that data stewards, owners, and consumers comply with defined policies. Design and deliver technical training for users and Power Users, document processes, and resolve incidents. Requirements and Competencies Minimum 5 years’ experience with Data Lake technologies, preferably in Microsoft environments. Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Azure Purview, Power BI, Collibra, and Informatica. In-depth knowledge of data governance and data protection regulations (GDPR, ITAR, LOPDGDD). Cross-functional leadership skills, team management, and agile project planning capabilities. Advanced English proficiency. Results-oriented mindset, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning. At Hispasat, we promote equal opportunities and an inclusive environment. All our selection processes are based on objective criteria without distinction regarding gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal or social conditions. We value diversity as a driver of innovation and growth. Work Location: On-site employment